It only takes a minute to write a nomination for the best of the arts in Topeka. If you don’t already know, the Arty Awards are a way to celebrate the incredible wealth of arts & culture that exists in Topeka – and it’s not only a prestigious award…we throw a killer party, too! Everyone is invited to submit a nomination – and everyone is invited to join us on November 4th for the party of the year.

Nominations are being accepted in the categories listed below. Nominations will close on September 22nd.Three finalists in each category will be announced in late September.

The Annual Topeka Blues Society (TBS) Membership Meeting, Election of the Board, and Blues Challenge is Sunday, Aug. 20th at Uncle Bo’s, located on the lower level of the Ramada Inn Downtown in Topeka. Doors open at noon, music (the Blues Challenge) begins at 1:00 p.m. The TBS Membership meeting and Election of the Board will begin following the first two Blues Challenge acts, approx. 2:00 p.m. Cover charge is $5.00 for TBS members ($7.00 for non-members).

During the Blues Challenge, there will be a Silent Auction, merchandise and new & slightly used blues CD’s for sale, AND $20 raffle tickets will continue to be sold for “Sammy Jean”, a unique guitar creation by Joel Edison. (Sammy Jean raffle drawing will be held during the IBC Kick-Off party, Friday, Jan. 12th, 2018 at Uncle Bo’s.)

Regarding Election of the Board: If you are interested in helping keep the blues alive, you can help by serving on the TBS Board. Please email membership@topekabluessociety.org if you’d like to be on the ballot. Elections will be during the Membership Meeting on August 20th.

Mark your calendars, and plan on joining us on August 20th for lots of fun, great music and blues fellowship!

The Mulvane Art Fair is a juried art fair that features more than 90 artists using a variety of media from across the state, region and country. The event also features live music (by the Topeka Blues Society), beer garden, and exciting food options. Proceeds from the Mulvane Art Fair support the programs and mission of the Mulvane Art Museum.